Jennifer Lopez, often affectionately referred to as J.Lo, is reportedly facing setbacks with her upcoming This Is Me…Now tour due to lower-than-expected ticket sales. Reports suggest that several tour dates have been canceled, including stops in cities like Cleveland, Nashville, Raleigh, Atlanta, Tampa, New Orleans, and Houston. Ticket holders for these canceled events have been informed that refunds will be issued automatically.
Despite more than 30 remaining show dates on the tour, there are concerns about unsold tickets, with Ticketmaster showing a significant number of available seats even for popular stops such as New York, Miami, and Toronto. This unexpected turn of events comes as a surprise to many, especially considering Lopez’s status as a prominent entertainer.
Jennifer Lopez recently marked the 22nd anniversary of her album This Is Me…Then by releasing a new album, documentary, and film under the title This Is Me…Now. The ambitious three-part project, which she self-financed with a budget of $20M, features collaborations with artists like Latto, Redman, and Bruno Mars.
However, despite the anticipation surrounding the project and its connection to her previous album, This Is Me…Now received mixed reviews upon its debut, landing at No. 38 on the Billboard charts. Additionally, the accompanying visuals have been subject to criticism and social media memes.
For many fans, the release of This Is Me…Now marked Lopez’s return to the music scene after over a decade, leading to heightened expectations for the project’s success. Despite the challenges faced by the tour, it is still scheduled to commence on June 26 in Orlando, FL. Only time will tell how Lopez navigates these obstacles and continues her musical journey.